In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Birth Story Friday, Mikala shares her experience of a planned home birth that necessitated a hospital transfer due to her baby's elevated heart rate. Mikala discusses her extensive preparation for an unmedicated home birth, her quick labor progression, and the challenging decision to transfer to a hospital. Despite the hospital transfer and some minor frictions, Mikala's story emphasizes the importance of preparation, flexibility, and surrendering to the process of birth. The episode also highlights the significance of creating comprehensive birth plans, being well-informed, and having support systems like doulas. Tune in for insights on navigating unexpected birth experiences and maintaining a positive outlook!

00:00 Introduction to Birth Story Friday

01:16 Meet Mikala: Preparing for a Home Birth

06:00 The Unexpected Turn: Hospital Transfer

13:21 Labor and Delivery at the Hospital

24:42 Post-Birth Reflections and Advice

36:52 Conclusion and Resources

Other episodes about choosing your birth team/location:

102: Empowering Birth: Insights from OB/GYN Nicole Rankins: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/yWJX1Dt3zTb

93: How to Choose Your Birth Team for an Empowering Birth: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/bWYaf9D3zTb

71: Community Birth: Giving Birth Outside of a Hospital Setting: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GTCoK60mqTGYRqyY1oLyc?si=gwpRPprQQgipF-PymysNgA

55: Birth Planning Tips from Labor & Delivery Nurse and Doula: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/lKE6f2T3zTb